County to Pay Community Organizations for Work Not Paid by Contractor in Wake of Fraud …

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The County will issue payment to several local organizations who were subcontractors for the Harm Reduction Coalition of San Diego (HRCSD), a former County contractor whose prior Chief Operating Officer is accused of embezzlement.

The County will pay nearly $150,000 to six subcontractors that did not receive payments for services delivered on behalf of the Harm Reduction Coalition. In these instances, HRCSD never invoiced the County or received payment by the County, and the subcontractors did not receive reimbursement for work performed. While the County’s contract states HRCSD is solely responsible for paying their employees and subcontractors, the County determined some compensation will be issued for work and materials within the scope of the HRCSD contract given the unique circumstances.

All HRCSD subcontractors may also seek victim restitution for…

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